Best 26 coaches for Pickleball lessons near South Gate, CA

Hey, I'm Jacob, an experienced Pickleball coach focused on helping all levels improve their game. This sport is for everyone, and I'm all about making it fun and approachable. Whether you're eyeing your first pickleball or aiming to sharpen your competitive edge, I offer tailored coaching that blends skill-building with the pure enjoyment of the game. My sessions focus on the whole experience—fine-tuning your play, boosting your confidence, and ensuring laughs along the way. Join me on the court, and let's share the joy of pickleball together, one exhilarating game at a time.

"Fantastic teacher

With a lifelong background in racket sports, including tennis, table tennis, and a passion for pickleball, I combine my experience as a competitive 5.0-level pickleball medalist and three Division 1 championships, and reaching the Southern California Semi-finals of CIF in tennis. A teaching professional at Braemar Country Club and Mika's Tennis Academy, a former Special Education instructor, registered behavior therapist, adaptive skills clinician, mobility trainer, and physical therapist aide, and I hold a Master’s degree in Special Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis, and a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, and Biomechanics. Students have medaled in 2.5–4.5 and qualified for USAP Nationals. Let’s improve your game, reach new heights, and most importantly, have fun!

"What I found most helpful was how easy Eric made the lesson to understand. The clear instructions made it simple to follow along and improve my skills quickly. If you’re thinking about picking up pickleball or want to sharpen your game, Eric’s lessons are a great place to start. You’ll enjoy learning in a relaxed and encouraging environment. 🏓🙂

More than just paddles and a ball, pickleball is a passion I love sharing with others. As an experienced player with two years of coaching experience, I bring a fun yet focused approach to every lesson, helping players of all levels elevate their game and truly enjoy this exciting sport. I'm currently a 4.0 player and have been playing for two years. I've also been a teacher for most my career, so I'm good with kids.

For over a decade, I've been passionate about sharing my love for pickleball and helping players of all levels achieve their goals. I believe in a fun, supportive learning environment where you can develop your skills, improve your game, and discover the joy of this amazing sport.

"Saurabh helped me improve my dinking and serves and also helped me refine my left hand returns. He is very knowledgeable and can incorporate changes based on your requirements.

Hi there! My name is Skylar and I’m thrilled to be your coach. I’ve been playing pickleball for about 2 years and have been a licensed PPR coach for about 6 months. Along with my doubles partner I’ve helped build the pickleball program at The Griffin Club in Culver City. From beginner to pro I love creating a relaxing environment where we can lock in the fundamentals and I can give you all the tools you need to succeed. I also help tennis players get into the game by pointing out the differences and adapting their strengths to fit the smaller court. Reach out! I’ll seeya on the court.

"Absolutely excellent Coach. I will be back next week

4.0, 5 years of coaching, 15 years in racket sports. I help players of all levels improve through solid technique, fundamentals, strategy.

"Learned a lot in one lesson. Definitely recommend for improving strategy.

Discover the exciting world of pickleball! As an experienced player with two years of coaching experience, I'm passionate about sharing my love for this dynamic sport and helping you elevate your game, no matter your skill level.

Fueled by a lifelong passion for racket sports, I bring my experience as a college athlete to the pickleball court. For two years, I've enjoyed helping players of all skill levels improve their game and discover the joy of pickleball. Let's work together to elevate your play!

For over 10 years, I've been helping players of all levels develop their pickleball skills and passion for the game. I'm a firm believer that with the right guidance and a touch of fun, everyone can unlock their full potential on the court.

I'm a passionate pickleball coach/player with over 5 years of experience teaching and playing competitively. I consistently play at a 4.5 level to 5.0 and have a strong track record in tournaments. I'm dedicated to continuous improvement and always eager to compete and test my skills against other players. As far as my coaching goes, I am a very supportive teacher to beginners and intermediate players in helping them to learn to play the game, improve their game where they need and give them the skills they require to play at a higher level.

"You were an absolute rockstar! And you were the absolute MVP! Thank you for finding that other location. You were beyond professional, and as I said, are an excellent coach. Glad to know you. Thank you! -Michael Traynor